Software Developer

Designs, develops, modifies, adapts and implements solutions to information technology needs through new and existing applications, systems architecture, systems strategy, integration services and applications infrastructure to meet client requirements. Reviews system requirements and business processes; codes, tests, debugs and implements software solutions. Designs, codes, tests and/or customizes solutions to meet client requirements. May support systems infrastructure, desktop or network architects by preparing detailed specifications. Develops new technology product ideas or strategic product extensions for internal use or as commercial products. Establishes technology product specifications, and collaborates with various functions to ensure successful product development and implementation.

1.Follows work instructions; codes, tests, debugs; implements and maintains software solutions, under direction of the manager.
2.Develops tests, debugs and implements operating systems components, software tools and utilities, under direct supervision.
3.Provides technical support in a defined project under direct supervision.
4.Develops program logic for new applications or analyses and modifies logic in existing applications, often learning on the job from more senior colleagues as size of the challenge increases.
5.Modifies existing internal software products to add new functions, adapt to new hardware, improve performance or enhance product usability under direct supervision.
6.Implements and monitors basic system improvements to increase efficiency.
7.Under supervision, supports applications to be compatible across multiple computing platforms and browsers.

- Education Required: Degree qualified in a discipline related to Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent work experience.
- Experience Required: 0 to 2 years.
- Special Qualifications: Knowledge of at least one or more programming or scripting languages, such as C, C++, C#, .net, Java, Perl, etc., and at least one or more operating system, such as Windows, Linux/Unix, etc.

- Requires conceptual knowledge of theories, practices and procedures within a discipline.
- Requires guidance on task initially and requires supervision.
- Is working in a smaller defined area of the role, this continues to expand as the employee gains more confidence and capability.
- Applies general knowledge of business developed through education or past experience.
- Often needs help understanding the commercial side or key business drivers impacting the task/decision.
- No supervisory responsibilities; accountable for developing technical contribution.
- Uses existing procedures to solve standard problems; analyzes information and standard practices to make judgments.
- Has limited impact on own work team; works within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines as described by supervisor.
- Exchanges straightforward information, asks questions and checks for understanding.
- Collects basic information needed to analyze a problem, situation or issue.
- Performs routine or basic data analysis, following the correct steps and using the appropriate tools, seeking guidance when necessary.
- Develops an understanding of how to analyze data and identify the implications of various courses of action
- Acquires a basic understanding of how the department operates and fits into the larger organization